§ Mr. Andersonasked the Secretary of State for Wales whether he is satisfied that all proper measures are being taken to minimise bacterial and heavy metal pollution in Swansea Bay.
§ Mr. Wyn RobertsThe Welsh Water Authority controls the standard of sewage and industrial effluents discharged into Swansea Bay and carries out regular monitoring of the quality of the water to ensure that such pollution as is present does not present a public health hazard. In addition, the Welsh Office and the Welsh Water Authority are currently sponsoring research into other possible sources of pollution, particularly airborne toxic metals.